NSWOCC proudly announced the induction of the 2026 NSWOCC Fellows during the WCET®-NSWOCC® Joint Congress Gala and Banquet held on April 25, 2026, in Vancouver, British Columbia. The Fellowship Program recognizes exceptional leaders whose sustained contributions have advanced wound, ostomy and continence nursing through clinical excellence, education, mentorship, research, advocacy, and professional leadership across Canada and internationally.

We are pleased to share our 2026 Executive Board and Board Directors for the upcoming term! Congratulations to those who have been elected.

From May 11–17, 2026, NSWOCC joins the CNA to celebrate National Nursing Week—a time to recognize the extraordinary contributions of nurses and the essential role they play in transforming health care across the country.

Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®) is pleased to announce the appointment of Axelle Pellerin, MBA, BA, as the association’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2026. Axelle succeeds Cathy Harley, who served NSWOCC as Executive Director and later Chief Executive Officer for 22 years, since joining the organization in 2004.

Attendees came together across three March dates at The Hotel Saskatchewan (March 24), The Saskatoon Inn and Conference Centre (March 26), and the Chateau Louis Hotel and Conference Centre (March 31). Each session centred on a shared goal: strengthening clinical skills “from cleanse to close” through hands-on, best practice–driven education.

Four months after the release of the Canadian Best Practice Recommendations in Wound Care for People Who Use Drugs: A Harm Reduction Approach, this podcast offers an opportunity to revisit not just what was created—but why it was created, and how.

At Ostomy Canada Youth Camp children and teens living with an ostomy or bowel or bladder diversion surgery discover they’re not alone.

NSWOC Week 2026 is fast approaching and our theme this year is: Quality Improvement Starts With NSWOCs!

Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026 Time: 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM PDT (7:15 PM - 8:45 PM EDT)

The NSWOCC Membership Award recognizes NSWOCC Members who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to the field of wound, ostomy, and continence care.

WoundWISE™ Hands-On Wound Care Skills is coming to Western Canada!

We are inviting members to complete the NSWOCC Retirement Recognition & Notification Form—either for themselves or on behalf of a colleague who is planning to retire or has recently retired.

The NSWOCC Fellowship is the highest professional honour awarded by Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC), recognizing certified NSWOCs who have demonstrated exceptional and sustained leadership, innovation, and contributions to clinical practice, education, research, and policy. Fellows earn the FNSWOC designation, a mark of distinction that reflects expertise, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to advancing wound, ostomy, and continence nursi

The Government of Canada has announced the 2026 theme for Black History Month:“30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries.”

We're pleased to announce the launch of our new Pharmacist Wound, Ostomy and Continence Course, a comprehensive, interactive, online course designed specifically for Canadian pharmacists seeking to expand their clinical knowledge and enhance patient care across practice settings.

NSWOCC was pleased to host a successful Ontario Local Meeting and Education Day on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in Sudbury, Ontario, bringing members together for an evening of education, collaboration, and connection. Hosted in partnership with Urgo Medical Canada, the in-person event took place at Verdiccio Ristorante and welcomed NSWOCC members from the region for a dynamic and engaging program.

We are officially 100 days away from the WCET®-NSWOCC® Joint Congress!

NSWOCC is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with EWMA

We are pleased to share that the 2025-2026 Mid-Year Report is now available for NSWOCC Members to review. This report reflects the significant progress and collective achievements of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) during the second half of 2025. In keeping with our commitment to transparency, the Mid-Year Report highlights the work being undertaken by NSWOCC to support our Members, students, & associates, and advance the nursing tri-specia

Canadian Best Practice Recommendations in Wound Care for People Who Use Drugs: A Harm Reduction Approach